Use a system of symbols to replace words when writing fast: for example “@” means “follow-up task,” “#” means “date to schedule,” “*” (star) means “important info to remember,” and use an “>” to indicate a new topic

When starting a new topic midpage, utilize subheads such as “Budget meeting notes” or “HR Conversation w/Greg” for easy reference

A page-locator or sticky note allows you to quickly flip open to you’re the notes page of your daily planner or calendar

Having a set routine for keeping yourself organized is really important, because in most cases there’s no one backing you up. You alone control the flow of information… and you can’t always do it alone.